- Petrol and diesel pump prices rose by about Rs 5 per litre, but oil companies still face large losses.
- Companies are losing about Rs 13 per litre on petrol and Rs 38 on diesel, excluding taxes.
- This is increasing pressure on states to reduce VAT, which is as high as 30% in some states.
- The Centre has already cut excise duty, consumers are paying more, and states may need to give up some revenue to help oil retailers stay financially viable.
Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com
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